Sun Mar 09 16:03:50 UTC 2025: ## BJP MLA Calls for Karnataka Leadership Change Amidst Allegations of Corruption and Appeasement

**Belagavi, Karnataka, March 9, 2025** – B.P. Harish, a BJP MLA and member of a rebel faction within the party, has publicly demanded a change in leadership within the Karnataka BJP unit. Harish alleges that current party president B.Y. Vijayendra and his father, former Chief Minister B.S. Yediyurappa, are employing tactics to maintain their hold on power, citing their recent Lingayat rallies as evidence of attempting to influence the party high command.

Harish accuses Yediyurappa of a history of using blackmail and delaying tactics to cling to power, including leveraging community rallies to deflect from corruption allegations. He denies being aligned with any particular faction, stating his opposition is directed at corruption and anti-party activities, including instances of “match-fixing” during elections. He expresses confidence that the party high command will address these issues and clean up the state unit.

Furthermore, Harish criticized the recently presented state budget, characterizing it as an example of “Muslim appeasement” and suggesting that Chief Minister Siddaramaiah is losing his mental balance. The comments mark a significant escalation of internal tensions within the Karnataka BJP.

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